Biotech companies will once again have the opportunity to apply for a “Showcase” presentation during the conference to present their early oncology pipelines, research areas of interest, and innovative strategies that are employed to advance drug development. This initiative was launched for the 2025 Partnering Event and received over 40 applications for just six (6) open presentation slots.

The Cochairs have expanded the number of slots to 14 this year to accommodate the overwhelming interest last year. The “Showcase Sessions” will run concurrently on April 16, with each presenter allotted ten (10) minutes for their presentations immediately before lunch—where discussion and questions can be addressed.

Application process

Podium presentation applications are no longer being accepted for this conference. The application submission deadline was Monday, February 16, 2026 1 p.m. ET . All applications submitted by the February 16, 2026 deadline will be considered for a showcase session.

NOTIFICATION OF APPLICATION STATUS 

All individuals listed as the contact person will be notified of acceptance or rejection by email approximately four (4) weeks after the application submission deadline. Those noted as presenters of accepted applications will also receive instructions for their presentation.

Those selected to present in one of the Showcase Sessions will be required to pay a US$5,000 presentation fee. This fee includes registration for the presenter (non-transferable), but does not include any travel, hotel, or other expenses incurred in attending the conference. All presentations are required to be in-person in San Diego. Accepted applications are non-transferable to other entities.